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Conservación del agua

Water conservation is the practice of using water efficiently to reduce unnecessary water usage. All of the floriculture plant products require water to grow. Some input products also require water to be produced. This area of sustainability has been in the news over the past decade due to the water shortages in the western portion of the United States. Yet, other areas of the United States also routinely experience water shortages or droughts. Water conserving applies to everyone!

Water Conservation for Growers

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Water Conservation for Retailers

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